Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Summer Sun


Bring on the Sun!! I love this Summer Sun necklace found at Hawleywood!

Bob Collins at Todd Romano

It's funny when an answer to one of your questions falls in your lap. I've been trying to find out who represents Bob Collins & Sons in New York and just I found out that Todd Romano has recently started carrying the line of fabulous fabrics and wallpapers. You might not know the name Bob Collins but I can bet you've seen the wallpapers used in rooms by the some of the top interior designers as seen below. It was so much fun to be able to check out all the patterns in person and even though none of them seem right for any of my current projects I will definitely be filing them away for a future project! They are really fabulous and you should check them out too!


Bamboo Birds as used by Albert Hadley

Bamboo Birds as used by Kelly Wearstler

Chinese Lattice as used by Kelly Wearstler

Chinese Lattice as used by Meg Braff

Chinese Lattice as used by Kelly Wearstler

Little Felted Bowls


These bowls are adorable! What would you put in yours? Extra change? Paper Clips? Rings?
Visit the Fuzzy Monkey for more knitted and felted items!

Girl with Butterflies

I am in love with Girl with Butterflies!
It contains all the things I love ~~
Bright, Bold, and Beautiful color.... and Butterflies!!
Please check out Jessica's amazing talent in her shop!

Stunning Aqua Color!



Visit Fleur Fatale for stunning jewelry at very affordable prices! You know how I heart butterflies...

Monday, June 29, 2009

Antony Todd on Sale

Antony Todd has exquisite taste and now that eponymous shop is having a sale, you may actually be able to afford a few of his impeccable choices. Items that are 25-40% off are marked with a tag. Everything else is regular price. Don't forget to peek downstairs. You won't see Antony since he's in Europe but you will find more of his treasures. Bonne Chance!







Antony Todd
44 East 11th Street
New York, NY 10013
212-529-3252


Photos by Heather Clawson

Celebrity Earrings

These earrings were featured on Eva Longoria (Desperate Housewives)in a recent issue of People. She was "caught" wearing these everywhere. Cindy liked them so much that she decided to duplicate them (at a much less expensive price tag!). Be prepared to get tons of compliments. They look great with jeans or more dressy outfits.
Hurry! These won't last...
Check out Cindy's awesome Celebrity earrings and more at First Look!

Bright Bold and Beautiful

These are Bright, Bold, and Beautiful!!
View the whole collection at Karen and Tina's fabulous shop!

At Home in Argentina

I received a lot of responses to the post on Etiqueta Negra store post. Seems many of you have been to the store in Buenos Aires and really loved it. You may also enjoy a peek inside the Buenos Aires country home of the owners Paula Cahen D'Anvers and Federico Alvarez Castillo that was published in the January 2005 issue of World of Interiors. What I love is the down to earth realness of the interiors. It's not over done or fancy. It looks like a truly relaxing weekend country home full of treasures found at "flea markets, antique shops and junk shops." The article mentions that the family has a saying, "a happy man's home is never finished." I think that all of us collectors can relate to. Enjoy!











Photos by Ricardo Labougle

Kindred inspired together



Please check out these two amazing blogs
that I have admired for a long time.
Together they are Kindred..

Sunday, June 28, 2009

Habitually Chic Boutique: Etiqueta Negra

I'm in love....with a boutique...and you will be too when you see it! The popular Argentinian brand Etiqueta Negra quietly opened on Lafayette Street this winter without the fanfare that it clearly deserves. The clothing that can be described as classic is made from the finest fabrics and is of the highest quality which makes me think of it as the South American version Brooks Brothers but with definitely more sex appeal! The dark and moody decor may make it appear at first glance to be just for the boys but they also sell beautiful women's clothing and accessories for day and night at a pretty reasonable price point.

Founder Federico Alvarez Castillo and his wife, Paula Cahen D'Anvers, who designs the women's line, are an even more interesting aspect to the story. The polo playing and team owning, classic car driving and collecting creator reminds me a lot of Ralph Lauren as does the lifestyle brand he has created. Federico's love of design also extends beyond fashion to architecture and interior design. He has designed a loft project and polo and country club in Uruguay. Check back later for a look at just one of their personal homes as well!

I'm hoping the Soho store is just the first of many planned for the US. The men here could some sartorial advice from South America!











Photos by Heather Clawson and from Etiqueta Negra